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Lentil Power Bowl with Cottage Cheese Recipe

This refreshing and protein-rich cottage cheese recipe brings together hearty lentils, crisp vegetables, and zesty lemon in a Mediterranean-inspired power bowl.
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Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Light Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 1 bowl
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup cooked lentils
  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup diced cucumber
  • ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine the cooked lentils, cucumber, red bell pepper, lemon juice, cumin, and salt.
  • Mix gently until the ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into a serving bowl.
  • Top with cottage cheese and garnish with chopped parsley.
  • Serve immediately. Optionally pair with pita bread or roasted sweet potatoes for a heartier meal.

Notes

  • Serving Tip: Pairs well with whole-grain pita or oven-roasted sweet potatoes for added warmth and texture.
  • Make Ahead: You can prep the lentil-vegetable base ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the cottage cheese and parsley just before serving.
  • Vegan Variation: Swap cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt or tofu spread for a vegan-friendly option.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 4g
Keyword 15-minute cottage cheese meal, easy cottage cheese lunch, healthy cottage cheese lunch ideas, high protein cottage cheese bowl, Mediterranean cottage cheese recipe, vegetarian lentil power bowl
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